Student's Right to Know

Guide to Consumer Information

In accordance
with federal regulations set forth by The Higher Education Act of 1965
(amended in 1998), below is a summary of consumer information that must
be made available to all students at Pittsburg State University. Each
topic listed gives a brief description of the information that must be
disclosed and explains how it can be obtained. If you need assistance
obtaining information listed or would like a paper copy, contact the
Office of Student Financial Assistance.

The
University has a Tuition Refund Policy that stipulates the amount of
tuition and fees that are refunded to a student who withdraws from all
classes during a term. This policy is published in the Office of the Registrar.

Withdrawal Procedures:

Students
who are withdrawing from all classes at the University must notify the
Registrar's Office by following specific withdrawal procedures. For
more information, contact the Office of the Registrar.

Return of Title IV (Federal) Financial Aid:

The
federal government mandates that students who withdraw from all classes
may only keep the financial aid (Federal "Title IV" grant and loan
assistance) they have "earned" up to the time of withdrawal. Funds that
were disbursed in excess of the earned amount must be returned by the
University and/or the student to the federal government. View the Repayment Policy.

Descriptions of Academic Programs:

Information
on the University's academic programs and degree offerings is available
from the various Schools/Colleges and admitting offices. See the University Catalog for more information.

Instructional Facilities and Labs:

Information on the University's instructional facilities and laboratories is available in the University Catalog.

Terms/Conditions of Deferment or Cancellation of Perkins Loan or Stafford Loan because of Volunteer Service

Students may receive deferment or cancellation of loans for volunteer service such as Peace Corps, Armed Services, etc. Types of Aid Available: Loans.

Completion/Graduation Rates

The
Pittsburg State University graduation rate after six years for the
1999-2000 freshman class is 50.16. This is the rate for degree-seeking
full-time undergraduates who have graduated from their programs within
150% of the normal time for graduation.

This
must be provided to student-athletes, their parents, high school
coaches, and guidance counselors when an athletically related student
aid offer is made. The NCAA provides this information directly to high
schools. For information contact the Athletic Department, (620) 235-4389.

Athletic Program Participation and Financial Support

As
part of The Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act, information on annual
participation rates and financing of men's and women's sports in
intercollegiate athletic programs is available by request to students
and the general public. For more information or to receive a copy of
the report, contact the Athletic Department, (620) 235-4389.

Campus Safety and Security

The
Pittsburg State University Police has state certified police officers,
public safety officers, and parking enforcement officers who patrol the
campus area. These officers are supported by communications officers,
administrators, and investigators. University Police is a
service-oriented department whose mission is to contribute to and
promote a safe and secure community while respecting the rights and
dignity of all persons utilizing facilities and programs of the
University.

The University Police distributes the
University's Campus Safety handbook and Annual Security Report. These
reports include statistics for the previous three years concerning
reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus
buildings or property owned or controlled by Pittsburg State
University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to
and accessible from campus. The reports also include institutional
policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning
alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual
assault, and other matters. You can view the Campus Safety Handbook and the Annual Security Report online.

Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

In
carrying out their assigned responsibilities, many offices at Pittsburg
State University collect and maintain information about students.
Although these records belong to the University, both University policy
and federal law accord students a number of rights concerning these
records. The Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
establishes the rules and regulations regarding access to and
disclosure of student records.

To fulfill FERPA
requirements, the University has established a Student Rights and
Student Records policy. This policy outlines a student's rights
regarding his/her records, where records about the student may be kept
and maintained, what kinds of information are in those records, the
conditions under which the student or anyone else may have access to
information in those records, and what action a student can take if it
is believed that the information in his/her record is inaccurate or
that the student's rights have been compromised. Contact the Registrar's Office, (620) 235-4200, for more information.

Because
the University does not maintain all student records in one location,
each office that maintains student records is required by the Pittsburg
State University Regents to develop a written statement of its policies
and procedures for handling those records; that statement is available
for students to examine in the respective offices.

Pittsburg
State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,
complies with applicable federal and state laws prohibiting
discrimination, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Pittsburg State
University is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal
opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion,
creed, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, sexual
orientation, disability, or Vietnam-era veteran status, in employment,
educational programs and activities, and admissions. Inquiries or
complaints may be addressed to: